Tender

John Foster Externals Phase 4

LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES UNIVERSITY

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Tender

02 Mar 2026 at 14:06

Summary of the contracting process

Liverpool John Moores University is currently in the tender stage for the "John Foster Externals Phase 4" procurement process, under the industry category of construction work. This involves external remedial works on the John Foster Building, including roof tile replacement, window repair, and cleaning brickwork. The project is located in Liverpool, United Kingdom, with submissions required via the university's In-tend platform by 1st April 2026. Interested parties should note the enquiry period ending on 25th March 2026. This opportunity is classified as a below-threshold open competition, allowing electronic submissions and is valued at £1,000,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction industry, particularly those specialising in building restoration and maintenance. It is especially suited to SMEs that can demonstrate competence in delivering high-quality construction services within budget. The procurement method is open, encouraging a broad range of companies to participate and promote growth through competitive pricing, quality assurance, and the delivery of social value. The contract period will run from 11th May 2026 to 11th September 2026, offering ample time for successful completion by qualified contractors.

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Notice Title

John Foster Externals Phase 4

Notice Description

- Undertaking external remedial works to a section of the John Foster Building. Works include, but are not limited to, replacing roof tiles, replacing rainwater goods, repairing and decorating windows, cleaning brickwork.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065fb8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018487-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 11 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 5AH
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD72 Liverpool

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Brownlow Hill
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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